How to Change the Icon in Microsoft Planner
- George Apostolov
How to Change the Icon in Microsoft Planner: step-by-step guide
On Outlook's main dashboard, head over to the left-side panel and click 'Go To Groups'.
After that, find and select the specific group associated with the plan you want to edit.
Tap 'Edit Group' to proceed.
Subsequently, click the display photo under the About tab.
Click 'Upload a Photo' and then select the image file you want to use as the new plan icon.
Once done, click 'OK'.
Review the changes, then tap 'Save'.
After completing these steps, the plan icon will be changed based on your input.
Quick answer: To change the icon in Microsoft Planner using Outlook, click Go To Groups on the left-side panel, select the specific group, and tap Edit Group. Next, click the display photo under the About tab, upload a new image file, click OK, and tap Save to update the plan icon.
About this Microsoft tutorial
Update your Microsoft Planner icon by selecting the group in Outlook, editing the group details, and uploading a new photo. This guide shows how to change the Icon in Microsoft Planner in 8 steps, starting with "On Outlook's main dashboard, head over to the left-side panel and click 'Go To Groups'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the plan icon will be changed based on your input". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Microsoft interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to change the Icon in Microsoft Planner?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Microsoft data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Microsoft. Related guides: How to Change the Label Names in Microsoft Planner, How to Change the Legend Text of Microsoft Excel Charts and How to Change the Microsoft Planner Background. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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